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+# The JUCE Library
+
+JUCE (Jules' Utility Class Extensions) is an all-encompassing 
+C++ framework for developing cross-platform software.
+
+It contains pretty much everything you're likely to need to create
+most applications, and is particularly well-suited for building 
+highly-customised GUIs, and for handling graphics and sound.
+
+For more information, visit the website:
+http://www.rawmaterialsoftware.com
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